By Todd Haselton |
Apple just announced its “Lightning” dock connector for its iOS devices. It offers an all-digital 8-signal design, an adaptive interface, improved durability and is even reversible, which should make it easier to use. Apple will also provide an adapter to work with the existing 30-pin…
By Brandon Russell |
When Apple’s iPhone 5 hits, it’ll likely come equipped with a pint-sized dock connector with MagSafe-like tech. Great! But what about all those accessories? There better be some kind of adapter. According to iLounge, who has an excellent track record, there will be, and it’ll…
By Brandon Russell |
Accessories often spoil hardware plans companies have before they’re officially unveiled. In this case, that Apple is adopting a smaller dock connector — not that we didn’t suspect as much. But now we’re seeing a whole deluge of accessories people might be buying this upcoming…
By Todd Haselton |
We’ve seen our fair share of iPhone 5 front panel leaks but, now, it appears we get a look at a nearly-complete build of the front of the device. The latest image, above, includes the full LCD, flex cables, the front-facing camera and the metal…
By Sean P. Aune |
A new leak from a Chinese manufacturer gives us some new clues as to what the iPod Touch 5 may look like. While rumors about the iPhone 5 have been about a dime a dozen, the iPod touch 5 hasn’t received nearly as much love.…
By Brandon Russell |
This is probably the sync cable for Apple’s upcoming new iPhone. Normally this kind of thing wouldn’t warrant such buzz, but it seems to confirm that the ancient 30-pin dock connector is being left behind. The culprit behind the picture allegedly works at a site…
By Adriana Lee |
ThinkGeek is one of the most recognized sources for geeky gizmos, eccentricities and goofiness on the webs today. But if you have the stuff to come up with a creative new product idea, you could get paid for your trouble. The idea is simple: You…
By Adriana Lee |
Well here’s another take on wearable technology, but this time, it’s not just a demure little piece of hardware slapped over the wrist or eyes, but a full-fledged, digitally connected shirt. tshirtOS, from London-based Cutecircuit and Scotch whiskey distillers Ballantine’s, is a wearable, washable, programmable…
By Todd Haselton |
Yesterday, we had a glimpse at a few new accessories that are apparently coming down the pipeline for the Nexus 7, including two new official cases and a dock. Now, four additional cases and an “official screen protector” (really?) have been leaked. According to Mobilefun, ASUS…
By Adriana Lee |
This has to be one of the coolest smartphone accessories I’ve seen in a long time. Despite our smartphone cameras getting better over time, one thing that has always remained the same is the nauseatingly jittery clips when we try to shoot video with them…
By Todd Haselton |
I love the Nexus 7 and, while the original case was selling on eBay for as much as $100, I opted to buy a $10 third-party model from Amazon recently. That’s not the only accessory Google has planned for its tablet, however. According to a…
By Adriana Lee |
Mixtapes are a lost art. So much more than just music playlists, they were once a touchstone for an entire generation. When people took their angst or heart-filled emotions and put them into a carefully curated collection of songs, the resulting cassette was a form of expression…
By Mark Hearn |
Google’s official Nexus 7 covers are back in stock at the Google Play Store. This comes after a long hiatus after selling out immediately after being announced. If you’re among those who purchased a Nexus 7 and are looking to pick up the official accessory…
By Adriana Lee |
Imagine taking a Segway, lopping off the top and gluing it directly to your shoes. Kind of a crazy thought, but that hasn’t stopped someone from giving something like it a go. The Electric Skates are like a cross between the iconic geek transporter and…
By Brandon Russell |
Google’s I/O hasn’t even kicked off and already we’re getting inundated with premature reveals. Beside the Nexus Q listing in the Google Play store are two accessories that the search giant seems to be preparing for the media device. First: Triad Bookshelf Speakers for $399.…
By Adriana Lee |
When you’re talking about robots and command centers, housekeeping chores may not be the first thing to spring to mind. But iRobot’s new Roomba 790 may change that thinking for good. The company has just upgraded its 780 robotic vacuum cleaner with the latest 790…
By Adriana Lee |
With summer finally here, lots of travelers will be hitting the road and airways on holiday. And among the things people will need to pack are the tech accessories they need to go along with their smartphones, tablets and/or laptops. Everyone’s habits and preferences are…
By Adriana Lee |
Ever consider just how many of your treasured photos are on Facebook or Flickr? Lucky for you, Seagate has. The company has introduced a new slew of backup drives, called Backup Plus, that can stash those cloud-based images for you. (Of course, that’s not the…
By Adriana Lee |
Hard sleepers know the horror of slowly realizing they must’ve hit the snooze button a dozen times, because that all-important meeting actually began, like, 20 minutes ago. D’oh! Don’t let it happen to you. With the Evangelion EVA-01 Test Type The Alarm Clock, it doesn’t…
By Adriana Lee |
Some of us go out into the wilderness to get away from it all and enjoy some fresh air and beautiful scenery. For others, the great outdoors may beckon, but that doesn’t mean the strict banishment of all modern conveniences. And so, some people go…
By Todd Haselton |
Mophie on Tuesday announced two new battery packs, the Powerstation Duo and the Juice Pack Powerstation Mini. The $99.99 Powerstation Duo packs a 6,000 mAh battery and has a charging output of up to 2.1amps for keeping your smartphones or tablets charged via its two…
By Brandon Russell |
Apple is reportedly set to introduce a new iPad Smart Case at WWDC, though exact details haven’t been made clear. According to 9to5Mac, the cases will let users personalize them — perhaps engravings — and be offered in six different colors: Dark Gray, Light gray,…
By Mark Hearn |
Whether you’re a Verizon customer that’s had the Galaxy Nexus since its stateside launch nearly six months ago or a Sprint customer with a few weeks under your belt, you’ve probably wanted to accessorize your beloved smartphone. Sometimes authentic mobile accessories are hard to come…
By Adriana Lee |
When the words “tech” and “apparel” come together, some cockamamie things can often result. But this Manfrotto Pro Field Jacket is different. It doesn’t make the wearer look like a cyborg wannabe, nor does it use brash or obnoxious “hipster chic” bright colors. This item,…
